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Robert P. Barbeau

FUNERAL HOME

Bradshaw Funeral & Cremation Services - Stillwater/East Metro

2800 Curve Crest Blvd.

Stillwater, Minnesota

Robert Barbeau Obituary

Barbeau, Robert P. (Bob) Lake St. Croix Beach, MN Died quietly at home on July 7, 2008 after a 13 year battle with multiple myeloma. Born in St. Paul, MN on September 23, 1929, he was preceded in death by his son, James M.; parents, Emil and Rose Barbeau; brother, Richard; sisters Geneva (Perry) and Bernice (Ranford). Survived by his wife of 57 years, Nancy (Kemp); sons, Thomas (Laura) and Andrew (Donna); daughters Victoria Cudworth (Peter) and Valerie Bartl (Jeffrey); 11 grandchildren and 1 great-grand-child. Bob was an avid Twins fan and an accomplished amateur softball player and coach for many enjoyable years with the St. Paul Senior Saints, first-place winners of the 2006 North American Senior Softball Olympics. In 1974 he served in the St. Paul Winter Carnival as Sergeant of the King's Guard. He was a U.S. Navy veteran and a life-long salesman. He was a regular blood donor until the onset of his illness. Bob was a gregarious guy, greatly loved and appreciated by his family and friends. He will be deeply missed by all who had the good fortune to know him. Visitation Wednesday, July 9 between 4 and 8 p.m. at Bradshaw, 2800 Curve Crest Blvd. (NW corner Hwys 36 & 5), Stillwater, MN 55082. Family and friends will gather to remember Bob at 10 a.m. Thursday July 10, at St. Francis of Assisi Church, 16770 13th St. S., Lake St. Croix Beach, MN 55043, followed by a Memorial Mass 11 a.m.

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Published by Pioneer Press from Jul. 8 to Jul. 9, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Barbeau

22 Entries

Tom and "pops" at one of the many Barbeau-q's

July 12, 2008

Jerry and Pat Gallagher

July 11, 2008

Nancy,we are so sorry to hear the sad news of Bob's pssing. We were out of town and read it in the paper when we arrived home. Our prayers are with you and your wonderful family.

Brad King

July 10, 2008

My thoughts and prays are with you all. I knew Bob though my mom, Ida, who had the pleasure of working with Bob many years ago at Dennison and Northern Energy Products. My contact with Bob was rather limited, but over the years I could see Bob was evrything many of us hope to be someday, a fine outstanding man in the community. My mother passed a couple of years ago and it was the last time I saw him, the lasting impression he left on me was the nick name my mom and others had for him, Sweet Old Bob, and to me that is what he was, sweet, thoughtful, caring, and I sure he will be missed, because he was so loved by so many.

Deb (Schneider) Ashby

July 10, 2008

Your family is in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. The thing I remember about Bob was his whistle! At suppertime you'd hear Bob's unique whistle and the Barbeau children came running home from all directions. I have many good memories of times spent at 923 Linwood! May the memories you have of your father help comfort you in the days to come!

Gloria McCarty

July 10, 2008

My thoughts are with the Barbeau family as they mourn the loss of a truly great guy. I will never forget your quick wit and ready smile. God Speed.

Kathy Steinmaus

July 10, 2008

The Barbaeu family is in my thoughts and prayers.

July 10, 2008

I am Very Sorry For Your Loss, Bob was a Good Man

terry larkin

July 9, 2008

To the Barbeau Family.

Your Husband, Father, Granfather was a good and decent man. He always had a kind word for those around him. He seemed to be constantly smiling about the everyday silliness he observed. Bob was always approached by men with their hand out and their own smiles which seemed to say, "Glad to see you Bob. My day will now be better."
Luise and I consider ourselves fortunate to have known him.

Terry Larkin, & Luise Forseth, Minnetonka

Kathy Plante

July 9, 2008

I want to extend my sympathy to all
of the Barbeau Family. I spent time
with Bob & Nancy when their son Jim
passed away. I was Jim's manager at both Discover Card and Norwest.
Jim and Bob were one of a kind and I
am honored to have known them both.

Tom Hefty

July 9, 2008

We will all miss "Pops" a truely great person, always with a smile and a story to tell. He was a leader in our community and served the Winter Carnival Royal Family for many years as a spokesman and ambassador of goodwill for the city he loved.

john steinmaus

July 9, 2008

The Steinmaus Family would like to offer their deepest sympathy.Bob,you will be truly missed.Live.Laugh.love.

Linda Loehr

July 9, 2008

Dear Andy, I am so sorry to hear about your Dads passing. It sounds like he was one nice guy and truly loved! He will be missed!

Therese Linscheid

July 8, 2008

Mr. Barbeau was my uncle Tom's neighbor and always nice to the tribe of Vanyo's out at our cabin across the street. He was always a great neighbor. May he rest in peace

Colleen Lee

July 8, 2008

I happen to see this news about Bob (Mr. Barbeau to me)... as I was looking for my uncles funeral arrangements. I'm happy I got to see him and spend a little bit of time with him at Vickie's 50th birthday at their lovely home in St. Croix. He was just the same funny, warm, outgoing, larger than life dad as I had remembered him to be in our youth. I'm so sorry to hear of his passing, I know you will all miss him terribly... but certain you have many beautiful memories. My best to your family. Colleen Lee (Barott)

Colleen Lee

July 8, 2008

Kathi Monahan (Kemp)

July 8, 2008

My brother-in-law was one great guy. In any gathering, his presence was immediately felt as welcoming and appreciative. I have only good memories of Bob. May he rest in peace and Love.

Henry Votel

July 8, 2008

On behalf of the Order of the Royal Guard of The Saint Paul Winter Carnival I can say that many who know Bob will have a smile on their face recalling Bob's bright disposition and sometimes ironic sense of humor. He was a good friend and supporter of the Saint Paul Community. He may be missed but will not be forgotten.

Parishoner St. Francis of Asissi

July 8, 2008

I am sorry for your loss. He was a great guy!

Let perpetual light shine upon him,

Judy Kemp

July 8, 2008

Bob was a great guy. He never forgot a joke and could recall anything from years ago. He was my brother-in-law since I was 14 years old and I truly loved him. I'll miss him a lot.

Doug Setley

July 8, 2008

Hail the Guard!
We had some great times together. Rest in peace Pappy!

Andrew Barbeau

July 8, 2008

MY Dad was the greatest and I had the good fortune to be with him till the end. It was a night such as I will never forget. He has found the peace that is so elusive to us all today. May he go gently into the outcome of life. Peace out Daddio.

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